First look at the #AMVCA2016 Nominee Cocktail - What the Stars Wore.

We are super excited and we are sure so are some of the stars who are hoping to go home winners from the prestigious awards ceremony tomorrow.

As is tradition, the Nominees cocktail is being held today and we’ve spotted Van Vicker, Adesua Etomi, Beverly Naya, Sika Osei, Munachi Abii, Sarah Ofili, Olumide Oworu, Ade Laoye, Charles Novia and many more.

See the first photos below.

Adunni Ade

Gbenro Ajibade

Mercy Aigbe-Gentry

Ade Laoye & Sika Osei

Ade Laoye

Adesua Etomi & Blossom Chukwujekwu

Charles Novia

Chigul

Daniel K. Daniel

Olumide Oworu

Sarah Ofili & Munachi Abii

Van Vicker

Wangi Mba Uzoukwu, Regional Director Mnet West Africa and Chioma Afe, Marketing Manager DStv

Sarah Ofili

Uti Nwachukwu

Photo Credit: Instagram – #AMVCA2016 and Bellanaija.

Personal Style Blogger Akin Faminu shares 3 Menswear Trends in 2016

I'm certain that it’s no news that men’s fashion in Nigeria has had its own share of the spotlight in recent times; from gentlemen clad in impeccably tailored suits, to the more laid back casual street style and surely those that prefer the back-to-back African style. Nigerian men are paying more attention to their style, now more than ever and that’s just amazing because it goes a long way in representing our collective identity as a people.

I’m of the opinion that Style is identifiable to each person. Everybody has their preferred personal style, you might feel the most comfortable in casual street style while the next guy is the dapper prim and proper type—totally understandable! But whichever it is, what’s important is that you’re getting it right, and that’s why I thought it’ll be great for us to explore some types of men’s style trends for 3 kinds of stylish Nigerian 

men.

AFRICAN STYLE

Originality and uniqueness is sometimes what defines a man’s style and how best can you pull original off on the universal fashion scene than staying true to your African roots? Kaftans and danshikis among others have largely taken the leading role for trending African outfits in men’s fashion but I’ll be making one of the hottest trends right now a reference point, and you can probably guess that it’s the agbada.

Agbadas of different styles, fabric, and hues have been increasingly spotted on the runways and red carpets, and there’s almost nothing that symbolizes our African style better.The diversity of the different Agbada styles makes it even better, more options for styling with a more contemporary approach, doesn’t have to be by the book.

SUITED UP

As much as some men prefer to express their personal style by being simple in African atires, some others are of the view that they aren’t fully dressed unless they’re clad in a well tailored suit, after all, what else says dapper, elegant, and impeccable better than a suit? From black tie tuxedos, to two/three piece suits—this kind of man is the definition of classic so if this is you, keep it neat, stylish and appropriate.

Pay major attention to details, fit and finishing and step out like the classic man that you are.

CASUAL

Now there are those of us that would rather not bother ourselves with all of what goes into getting the dapper or African look and will rather just be casual, not necessarily carelessly dressed but a proper laid back style. If you’re this person, you have to  know that even when you’re sure that casual is what defines your style.  It still isn’t an excuse to be careless about your appearance. You can be dressed in a smart, casual manner and look as good as the guy in the suit. Yup! Yes you can.

Explore your options, try new things—wear a Fedora, or a long line shirt, keep your shoe game tight, really tight and you’ll just realize that you totally own your comfort zone.

WEDDING GUEST STYLE INSPIRATION

I really have had a bad network week this march, but it's all good! I jejely decided to give you Guest style inspiration culled from Weddingdigest. Hope you like it?



It is always a thing of joy when your close pal or family member is about to walk down the aisle. The excitement is usually overwhelming plus the whole thought of how the entire ambiance of the d-day will be, keep you hoping for the best outing; especially if you are involved in the planning.
However, as much as it is wonderful to attend weddings, figuring out what to wear is always the biggest challenge. And today, we bring loads of elegant and stylish wedding guest dresses that you would love and want choose from.
You see, we’ve got your back and promise to always bring more classy and trending styles to you.
Scroll down for beautiful wedding guest dresses.

Splitterd layers

Just remember I told ya, splitterd layers is trending. Good night.

NAIJA RUNS GUYS

They are everywhere but you may never know, unlike the girls whose intents are written boldly on the screen, naija runs boys will write it only in their heart. A naija runs girl may steal your money and run away; it's painful right? But it is mild because a naija runs boy will steal your entire family hahahahahahahahhahahhahahhahaaaaaaaaaa! 

The deal is, A naija runs boy aim may not be to get your finances, their reasons for getting a lady may vary. But they will stick to like ten girls at once and get basic variation of mental, emotion, physical, financial and whatever means of satisfaction they want.

No try my gist dear, I just want to bring this to the signpost of our beloved Novice dem. The Akamu girls that claim to be smart and yet are always outsmarted. Here are tips to catch them. 

THEIR LINES

"Hello, I was passing by and you caught my fancy, can I have your digits because of time?" They meet you hundred times and this is still the lines, mine was probably because I change looks at intervals. Dem no dey stress o, na you go first go call. Then they start playing with an intended car keys and chick you mumuishly give them your number. OYO for you.

I once collected a guys phone and dialled my number and it was showing, "Nenye Zenith." Am like, "I know you bro from the last time you chyked me." Then he responds, "how come you look different?" haba! "I look different because am smarter than you bro." 

ACCENT

Their Oyibo no be here o, they possibly have crammed those accent so much that nothing ever changes it. It's not too Americanish but it sounds like that of a traveller.

DRESS PATTERN N GADGETS

Just like the yoruba wizards, they borrow gadgets and cut ten important calls fo your sake, it makes you feel more important and a better Zombie. Their dress sense is near perfect and the perfume scents is out of the planet. Why wouldn't you talk to a fine Bobo who definitely borrowed those shoes from the dry cleaners.

CHARACTERISTICS

While talking with you, a supposed big baller will just come from an unknown destination and starts praises, "Oga good day sir! When did you return. Oga thank you for yesterday o." After greeting and all, they will never offer to drop you off.

HIS HOUSE

His beautiful house is borrowed. Little wonder he always comes late during appointments and when you are coming to the house, Lee Boo is either somewhere and can't come back immediately, so he ask you to hang somewhere while he begs for that apartment.

STINGY

Your only benefit is food from this relationship, if he ever gives you money, just know you really have done something extra-ordinary, it happens once in a blue moon because Le Boo will always complain of how ATM machines couldn't pay his bank. I no dey joke o. I have heard experiences like this.

PENETRATION

At this stage, they have bought all your trust, and are now executing the mission proper. If they want sex, sharperly they have it. They want finances, they will get it. And if they want to use you or rituals, you are definitely gone by now.

AND THIS IS HIM IN THE REAL WORLD

So babes, these are traits of a runs guy, it may not be accurate, but it's 80% near perfection. Thread with caution. Happy Wednesday.